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Carbondale, IL 10 Cheap Apartments for Rent

Prices shown are base rent prices and may not include non-optional fees and utilities.
Finding cheap apartments in Carbondale takes some ingenuity and effort, as well as quick action. Before you head out on your search, bring along pay stubs, bank statements, le... Read Guide >
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City Guide for Carbondale, IL

"Listen to that Duquesne whistle blowing / Blowing like it's gonna sweep my world away / I'm gonna stop in Carbondale and keep on going / That Duquesne train gonna ride me night and day / You say I'm a gambler, you say I'm a pimp / But I ain't neither one / Listen to that Duquesne whistle blowing / Sounding like she's on a final run." (- Bob Dylan, 'Duquesne Whistle')

Carbondale, Illinois, is a small city that.A number of students migrate from Chicago to Carbondale to attend the university. During the school year, Carbondale essentially becomes a suburb of Chicago. A number of people who attend the university never leave the area. View Carbondale City Guide

What to keep in mind when looking for cheap apartments in Carbondale, IL

Finding cheap apartments in Carbondale takes some ingenuity and effort, as well as quick action. Before you head out on your search, bring along pay stubs, bank statements, letters of recommendations from landlords or employers, and identification. The more proactive you are about your search, the easier it will be to score a deal.

Look for cheap apartments in Carbondale by regularly scouring listings and looking during slower renting seasons, like winter. You can still find a deal if you move during the summer months when apartment hunting is more competitive.

You may be able to find cheap apartments in Carbondale in neighborhoods that are located away from attractions, restaurants, and entertainment. You may need to look farther out than you would prefer, but access to highways or public transportation can get you into the heart of Carbondale.

The building you choose can also make a difference in finding a cheap apartment in Carbondale. Older buildings that need some updating are more likely to have better deals. Walk-up apartments without elevators, on-street parking and few amenities like on-site fitness centers can also signal affordable rents in Carbondale.